Yes, every Bosnia match is free — on multiple channels. BHRT, FTV, and RTRS all air Bosnia’s World Cup games at no cost. Even better, all three group-stage matches kick off at 21:00 CEST, which is prime-time perfection. Arena Sport BH is only needed for extra group-stage games between other teams.
Where to Watch: Free and Paid
- BHRT (BH Radio-Televizija) — Bosnia’s national public broadcaster airs all Bosnia matches free-to-air. Available throughout the country on BHT 1.
- FTV (Federalna televizija) — Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s public channel, also airs Bosnia matches free.
- RTRS (Radio-televizija Republike Srpske) — Republika Srpska’s public broadcaster carries Bosnia matches free.
- Arena Sport BH — Paid sports channel for additional group-stage matches not on public TV. Available through cable and satellite providers across BiH.
When to Watch: Kickoff Times in Bosnia
| US Kickoff (ET) | Local Time (CEST) | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM ET | 17:00 CEST | Great — late afternoon |
| 2:00 PM ET | 20:00 CEST | Perfect — prime-time evening |
| 5:00 PM ET | 23:00 CEST | Late night — still manageable |
| 8:00 PM ET | 02:00 CEST (+1 day) | Middle of the night — alarm clock territory |
Bosnia’s Group B Schedule (Bosnian time):
| Match | Date / Local Time | City |
|---|---|---|
| vs Canada | June 12, 21:00 CEST | Toronto (BMO Field) |
| vs Switzerland | June 18, 21:00 CEST | Inglewood (LA) |
| vs Qatar | June 24, 21:00 CEST | Seattle |
Must-Watch Matches
- Final — July 19, MetLife Stadium. Local time: 03:00 CEST (July 20)
- Semifinals — July 14-15. Evening/night CEST times
- Bosnia vs Canada — June 12, 21:00 CEST. Group opener against the co-hosts in Toronto — a massive atmosphere guaranteed